Hold on to your reins—it’s time to see why everyone is rushing to visit Yellowstone National Park! While Kevin Costner has highlighted the drama of the wild west on the hit television show, Yellowstone, come see the stunning scenery for yourself. Open spaces, towering mountains, abundant wildlife, bubbling hot springs, and wide rivers bending through canyons—Yellowstone National Park provides some drama of its own! Sitting atop a dormant volcano, it is home to more geysers and hot springs than anywhere else on earth. Just like the West itself, this trip is a grand one, creating life-long memories of an unforgettable journey through two spectacular national parks.
Discover incredible Yellowstone National Park with two days of guided tours and time to explore on your own. Take a leisurely float trip down the Snake River through pristine Grand Teton National Park, learning about wildlife and history. Explore the charming town of Jackson, Wyoming and enjoy a cowboy-style chuckwagon dinner with entertainment.
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
PACKAGE INCLUDES
Park accommodations are rustic yet comfortable with modest amenities and reflecting the natural surroundings of Yellowstone. Televisions, radios, air conditioning, and swimming pools are not available. Internet service is available for purchase at some locations. Limited cellular telephone service is available at Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, Canyon, Grant and Mammoth Hot Springs villages.
Itinerary
Thu, June 24: Fly to Bozeman, Montana. Drive through Wyoming to the north side of Yellowstone National Park and check in to the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel for one night. Explore the area at leisure before dinner at the hotel. (Meals: Dinner)
Fri, June 25: Check out of the hotel and embark on your first day of guided touring in the park. See the Mammoth Hot Spring Terraces, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone with the Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River, Yellowstone Lake, and West Thumb areas. Marvel at colorful mineral terraces, dramatic canyon views, thundering waterfalls, and steaming geothermal features that showcase the incredible diversity of Yellowstone’s landscape. Conclude at Old Faithful Snow Lodge in Yellowstone National Park and check in for two nights. Enjoy some free time to explore at your leisure. The historic Old Faithful Inn is within walking distance of your hotel and where you may take an historic tour of the Inn or take a seat on the outdoor deck to marvel at the famous geyser. Dinner is included at the hotel restaurant this evening. (B,L,D)
Sat, June 26: Continue touring the park with a local guide. Visit major attractions including Fountain Paint Pots, Norris Geyser Basin, and the Upper Geyser Basin. Witness a remarkable display of bubbling mud pots, colorful hot springs, steaming fumaroles, and erupting geysers while exploring some of the park’s most active geothermal areas. Keep your eyes out for roaming buffalo and other wildlife sightings. For those still awake after an exciting day in the park, step outside tonight and look skyward to experience one of Yellowstone’s hidden treasures: some of the most pristine and awe-inspiring dark skies in the country. (B,L,D)
Sun, June 27: Drive to Grand Teton National Park, stopping for a casual lunch before taking an interpretive float trip on the Snake River. Discover the majesty of the park as you unhurriedly move along the river, learning about the wildlife, history, and geology of the area from your guide. The most prominent and impressive peaks in the Teton Range are ever present as you enjoy the beautiful scenery and view wildlife within the heart of the park. Continue to Jackson, Wyoming, a charming Western town surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Teton Range, and check in to The Rockwell Inn at Jackson Hole for two nights. Your hotel is conveniently located in the center of town making for easy exploring at leisure and finding a great spot for dinner on your own. (B,L)
Mon, June 28: This morning, enjoy some free time to explore Jackson, famous for its iconic elk antler arches, local art galleries, boutiques, and have lunch on your own at one of its fine restaurants. This afternoon, transfer to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to take the tram up Rendezvous Mountain. At the top, see the incredible 360-degree views of Jackson Hole, the Snake River Valley, Grand Teton National Park, and the staggering summit of the park. Then depart to experience the spirit of the old west with an evening chuckwagon meal and authentic cowboy entertainment. In the 1800s, cowboys rode the western range, and every long, hard day in the saddle was followed by an evening meal, tall tales, and music around the chuckwagon. Travel back to these days gone by as you ride along on the wagon trail to the cowboy camp, where you’ll be enveloped by mouthwatering aromas and western harmonies. Stop into the western village gift shop to grab those last-minute souvenirs before returning to the hotel. (B,D)
Tue, June 29: Following breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to the airport in Jackson, Wyoming for your flights home. (B)
Hotels
Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. Located on the north side of the park and named after the nearby springs, Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel recently underwent major renovations. This 1936 hotel features a signature Map Room that is now a full bar with musical delights. Look for elk from your premium lodge room window as they often graze on the lawn outside the hotel. Highlights: in-room coffee/tea maker, refrigerator • complimentary WiFi Internet access • restaurant • bar. Televisions, radios, and air conditioning are not available in park lodging.
Old Faithful Snow Lodge, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. The Snow Lodge, located close to Old Faithful geyser, is made of wooden log columns with a cedar shingle roof on top, and has been recognized with the Cody Award for Western Design. The premium lodge rooms were completed in 1999 and feature western lodge-style furnishings. Highlights: in-room coffee/tea maker, refrigerator • complimentary WiFi Internet access • restaurant. Televisions, radios, and air conditioning are not available in park lodging.
The Rockwell Inn at Jackson Hole, Jackson, Wyoming. This boutique hotel is just steps away from historic downtown Jackson and half a block from a stop for the free town shuttle. Highlights: in-room coffee/tea maker, microwave, and mini-refrigerator • complimentary high-speed Internet • restaurant • indoor swimming pool and hot tub.
Pricing
*Subject to change due to fuel surcharge
Documents Required: Valid U.S. government issued REAL I.D.
Deposit Per Person: $300
